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Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 hot tubs and a full-service spa

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Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite offers a warm retreat near the Big Oak Flat Entrance, where you can unwind by the poolside bar or enjoy an outdoor adventure like ecotours and mountain biking. Guests rave about the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff, and location. Explore more with bike rentals, practice your shot on the billiards/pool table or relax in Rush Creek Spa.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available

Room options

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room (Lodge King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, Mobility Accessible (Lodge King)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite (Lodge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Double King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Mobility Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
34001 Highway 120, 23 miles east of Groveland, Groveland, CA, 95321

What's nearby

  • Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Big Oak Flat Information Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Yosemite Hetch Hetchy Entrance - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Hetch Hetchy Reservoir - 25 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Yosemite Valley - 27 min drive - 18.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Evergreen Lodge Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rush Creek Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rush Creek Lodge Dining Room - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Truck Bbq @ Rush Creek Lodge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rush Creek Game Room & Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance
At Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and ecotours at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment, or a facial at Rush Creek Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Rush Creek Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • A TV in the lobby, a foosball table, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 143 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and smart speakers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Similar properties

Front of property - evening/night

Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,043 reviews
Evergreen Lodge Yosemite

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Rush Creek Pool Bar
  • Rush Creek Restaurant
  • Rush Creek Tavern

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Ecotours
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • Administrative fee: USD 1 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Rush Creek Lodge Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Groveland
Rush Creek Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite
Rush Creek And Spa At Yosemite
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Hotel
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Groveland
Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Hotel Groveland

Frequently asked questions

Does Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite located?

This family-friendly Groveland hotel is located in the mountains, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Yosemite Big Oak Flat Entrance, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Yosemite Valley and Hetch Hetchy Reservoir. Wapama Falls at Hetch Hetchy and Bridalveil Fall are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place - highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near the Park!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the resort! Excellent food and meal options, whether at the restaurant or in the general store. Room overlooking the pool was ideal and surprisingly quiet. We’d highly recommend Rush Creek!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, Good amenities, very nice lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kakoli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained . We stayed one night but like to recommend to my friends and familu
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with kids--so many things for them to do. And, of course, the close proximity to Yosemite is another huge plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahrzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it! The location was great and the staff was very friendly. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Yosemite Park entrance, maybe about three minutes away max.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rush Creek is a wonderful property - close to Yosemite's entrance, family friendly, activities on property (stargazing was wonderful, free smores every night were a hit, family sauna was a great concept), etc. Only downside is housekeeping/service were a bit slow given it was busy time of the year but totally understand.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect home base for our family trip to Yosemite. Conveniently located near the Big Oak Flat entrance with so many great amenities for the family. The stargazing experience was well worth it and the entire staff was incredibly kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service is good. The dinner is delicious. The children are very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place nice and close to Yosemite. The restaurant was convenient and the meals were really good, especially the breakfast. A pool for 16+ only would make Rush Creek perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Beautiful hotel in amazing surroundings. Loved our stay. Pool was great, fire pits in the evening were fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rush Creek Lodge offers clean, comfortable rooms set in beautiful natural surroundings, with friendly staff and good service that make you feel welcome. The location is perfect for exploring Yosemite, and the atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Unfortunately, the gym is a disappointment - tiny, poorly equipped, and not up to the same standard as the rest of the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In addition to the proximity to Yosemite, Rush Creek Lodge had so many activities on their property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Absolutely loved it. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that there is a restaurant in the hotel, but entree options are pretty limited. It would be good to have a bigger variety. Facility is nice in general and I like that it's close to the Big Oak Flat entrance and a gas station is not too far from the hotel. It would be good to have a TV in the room. After a day at Yosemite, sometimes we might just want to relax and watch some TV in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is beautiful, family friendly, clean, and close to Yosemite’s entrance. It was the perfect stay. The staff were wonderful. I gave it a 4 because it is a bit pricey. I recommend their outdoor BBQ by the pool, that is all you and eat, it was delicious and the price was right. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and its proximity to Yosemite. We spent three nights in a two bedroom suite. The twin bedroom had a space air conditioner that did not work well, was loud, and had a bright light. We were told this was normal. New expected more for such an expensive stay. The restaurant was fine but is the only place within half an hour to eat. A decent stay overall but not perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful landscaping! Dining was dissappointing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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